The episode opens with a timely discussion on diversity and inclusivity in higher education. Georgetown University is the oldest Catholic Jesuit institution in the United States, and Kelly explains how Jesuit principles provide the foundation on which Georgetown approaches education--meeting learners where they are and supporting holistic student experiences.

Kelly also takes a deep dive into how online learning is transforming SCS. Many students were moving toward online options even before the pandemic, and the crisis has accelerated this process. In particular, she extolls the value of faculty commitment to content development. She explains how Georgetown builds cross-functional teams to create virtual or hybrid learning experiences that support SCS students’ professional goals.

Kiran and Kelly also discuss trends in higher education. Kelly explains SCS’s approach to competency-based learning, how institutions can better support veterans as they transition to civilian careers, the growing tensions between colleges and for-profit vendors, and more.

Learn more about Kelly Otter on LinkedIn, Twitter @KellyOtter, and Instagram @Kelly_Otter. Read her publications, including the Ozzy Osbourne article, here.

Visit scs.georgetown.edu to explore Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies.

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